Species guide
How to catch Belly up
Chrysichthys nigrodigitatus
freshwatergame fishClaroteidae
The Belly Up, also known as the Bagrid catfish or Mudfish, is a freshwater fish native to African lakes and rivers. It has an elongated body and is a popular game fish. As it grows, its diet shifts to include more animal prey like decapods and fish.
Where they live
Found in shallow freshwater lakes and rivers in Africa, typically in waters less than 4 meters deep over muddy or sandy bottoms.
Typical size
Up to about 65 cm
What they eat
- seeds
- insects
- bivalves
- detritus
- plants
- benthic invertebrates
- decapods
- fish
Best baits
- worms
- insect larvae
- small fish pieces
- shrimp
Best lures
- soft plastic worms
- jigs
- small crankbaits
- spinnerbaits
How to fish for them
- bottom fishing
- using baited hooks
- casting near muddy bottoms
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